Homonym: est (Superlative)
The term "est" is a Latin word meaning "is" and is commonly used in various contexts, including philosophy and grammar. In English, it often appears as a suffix in adjectives to form the superlative degree, indicating the highest degree of a quality, such as in the words tallest or fastest.
In addition to its grammatical use, "est" can also refer to the Eastern Standard Time zone, which is used in parts of the United States and Canada. This time zone is five hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5) and is observed during standard time, typically from November to March.